Cuddle at first sight: can Skin-to-Skin contact improve birth and bonding?

NCT ID NCT07656207

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test whether placing a newborn directly on the mother's chest immediately after birth (before cutting the cord) for about an hour can improve birth outcomes and early parenting behavior. Researchers will track 96 first-time mothers who have a vaginal delivery at full term. They will measure things like pain, breastfeeding motivation, and how parents interact with their baby. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost practice makes a meaningful difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: immediate skin-to-skin contact after birth
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that simple skin-to-skin contact improves breastfeeding, reduces pain, and strengthens early parenting bonds.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 96 participants, so results may not apply to all mothers. It measures short-term outcomes, not long-term benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Breast Feeding Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MIDWIFERY SUPPORT PARENTHOOD STATUS SKIN TO SKIN CONTACT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Tarsus University

Toroslar, Mersin, 33000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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